Cruising Club der Schweiz CCS
Cruising Club Switzerland CCS is a Swiss yacht club and a competence center for offshore yachting based in Bern. According to the website, the club has represented sailors and motor boaters on the world’s seas since 1955 and acts as an important partner for authorities and organizations. Its program includes theoretical and practical education, such as offshore certificate preparation, marine radio, radar, navigation and safety-related training. In addition, the club provides members with its own sailing and motor yachts for voyages and combines training, seamanship culture and active club life through regional and special-interest groups.
History
According to its website, Cruising Club Switzerland CCS has been active since 1955 in support of sailors and motor boaters on international waters. With 6000 members, it is described as one of the largest yacht clubs in Switzerland. In offshore yachting, the club serves as a key counterpart for Swiss and foreign authorities, institutions and organizations. Over time, CCS developed a broad portfolio of theory and practical programs, including offshore certification, navigation, marine radio, safety training and organized voyages on club vessels. Its structure with a general secretariat, central board, regional groups and interest groups reflects continued organizational development.